Symrise-Probi partnership to deliver probiotic goods in 2014-15

20-Dec-2012 - German fragrance and flavours house Symrise has just last night inked a deal with Swedish probiotics firm Probi to develop a stand-alone R&D project with oral probiotic supplements the most...

2012's Top Stories

CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com – the Top 5 stories of 2012

20-Dec-2012 - It was another big year for the European cosmetics industry with issues such as; what constitutes as natural and organic ingredients, animal testing practices, and nanotechnoloy in sunscreens amongst others,...

News in brief

Happy Holidays from the Cosmetics Design Europe team!

20-Dec-2012 - CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com would like to wish our readers a Happy Holiday!

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Happy holidays from William Reed Business Media!

19-Dec-2012 - The working year is almost done, time to pause from ‘the business’ and embrace the festive season…go on, give it a big hug. Happy holidays!

L’Oréal: animal testing alternatives vital but ensuring product safety is a MUST

19-Dec-2012 - 2012 has seen a big focus on animal testing in the cosmetics industry particularly with the proposed marketing ban coming into play in Europe next year. Whilst companies want to...

EFSA rejects supplement tanning claims

19-Dec-2012 - The European Food Safety Authority has rejected health claims that a supplement containing a combination of lycopene, vitamin E, lutein and selenium “helps to prepare and activate tanning.”

Rousselot study throws new light on how fish collagen fights wrinkles

19-Dec-2012 - France-based ingredients manufacturer Rousselot says it has conducted clinical studies that give a greater understanding of the action that fish collagen has in the fight against wrinkles.

Cosmetic Scientists to discuss safety of light-based cosmetic devices

18-Dec-2012 - In light of the vast amount of light-based cosmetic devices being launched in recent years, the UK Society of Cosmetic Scientists is concerned about their  safety and is therefore set to...

Getting a tablet this holiday season? Time for cosmetics to target m-commerce

18-Dec-2012 - In the words of a well-known beverage company, the ‘holidays are coming’, and this presents an opportunity for cosmetics manufacturers to not only sell their products traditionally, but also utilize...

Cosmetic Valley acknowledges five companies for sustainability achievements

18-Dec-2012 - France-based industry association Cosmetic Valley has given five of its member organisations awards for their eco-friendly credentials and achievements.

L’Oréal concentrates on skin science development with new research centre

18-Dec-2012 - Following a string of facilities opening around the world, French firm L’Oréal has opened an Advanced Research Centre in A*STAR's Institute of Medical Biology (IMB) to plug into the research...

New Azelis deal expands IFF distribution in Europe

18-Dec-2012 - Belgium-based Azelis has built on its on-going relationship with International Flavors & Fragrances as it expands its distribution reach in Europe for the US ingredients firm.

Laser test developed to test anti-aging product efficacy

18-Dec-2012 - Researchers in Taiwan have developed a process with a new laser technique to identify the signs of aging and may help provide an index for measuring the effectiveness of 'anti-aging'...

Report finds more French women go online to buy cosmetics

14-Dec-2012 - According to a study by market researcher Come & Stay, 67 per cent of French women buy their cosmetics online, confirming that consumers are developing an increasing confidence towards shopping online....

Constellium backs aluminium campaign

14-Dec-2012 - Constellium is backing a European campaign to target public awareness of aluminium closures compared to other closure methods.

Cosmoprof Bologna to get a makeover in 2013

14-Dec-2012 - The 2013 edition of the Cosmoprof event in Bologna will boast a new layout as it bids to take a look at all the distribution channels available to the cosmetics industry.

Bell predicts top four global fragrance trends for 2013

14-Dec-2012 - Global fragrance and flavours player Bell has asked its worldwide marketing teams to come up with the biggest trends for next year, with nostalgia, big films and relaxation all proving...

Avon to cut jobs and pull out of South Korea as crisis continues

13-Dec-2012 - Avon Products has announced it will pull out of the South Korea and Vietnam markets and cut 1500 jobs worldwide as it continues to look for ways to stabilize the...

Breakthrough: scientists develop molecules that act as UVA filters

13-Dec-2012 - Scientists at the University of Bath have created innovative compounds that will be the first of their kind to provide on-demand protection against sunlight-mediated skin ageing and damage.

Guest article

Is cosmetics product innovation dead?

13-Dec-2012 - Industry expert Imogen Matthews takes a good long look at cosmetic innovation and dares to ask the question, just how much truely new innovation is coming on to the market...

Scientists work towards developing cosmetic ingredients from essential oils

13-Dec-2012 - An international team of scientists has revealed it is getting close to developing a technology that will transform essential oils into high-value and sustainable alternative ingredients for a range of...

Galderma acquires dermatology brand Spirig

13-Dec-2012 - Switzerand-based Galderma Pharma, which produces a variety of dermatology-focused products, has acquired the manufacturer of dermo-cosmetic products, Spirig Pharma.

Cosmetics Europe brands ‘cruelty-free’ cosmetics claims misleading

12-Dec-2012 - The personal care trade association has called for the elimination of ‘cruelty-free’ claims found on some cosmetics products saying that it misleads the public and undermines on-going work to find...

The Sustainable Cosmetics Summit 2012 in pictures..

12-Dec-2012 - The European edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit brought together about 150 senior executives from the beauty industry to discuss sustainability issues in Paris on 21-23rd November, major discussions were...

L’Oréal opens world’s largest hair colour facility in Mexico

12-Dec-2012 - French firm L’Oréal has opened its $100 million dollar hair colour manufacturing facility in Villa de Reyes, Mexico, which will serve both the North American market and the fast-growing Latin...

US tops the beauty e-commerce tree but Europe shows potential

11-Dec-2012 - The US leads the pack when it comes to penetration and innovation in e-commerce, but there is now an opportunity for beauty brands in Europe following years of underinvestment in...

The French secret to anti-ageing? It’s a bit cheesy…

11-Dec-2012 - A new generation of anti-ageing products could be developed after researchers stumbled upon the anti-inflammatory properties of cheese whilst trying to discover the secret behind the French paradox puzzle.

Post Rio+20, cosmetic companies noted for pledge to sustainability

11-Dec-2012 - Whilst some corporations and business groups primarily from Europe were pressed for more action at the Summit, dozens particularly from the cosmetics industry, were noted for voluntarily pledging to become...

EU scientists make considerable progress in animal testing area

11-Dec-2012 - EU scientists have been awarded the first ever £250,000 (€310,000) Lush Science Prize for their steadfast progress in an ongoing research project to find an alternative to animal testing with chemical...

SkinCare Ingredients 2013 Virtual Trade Show: Put the date in your diary!

11-Dec-2012 - Cosmetics Design is readying its third annual SkinCare Ingredients virtual trade show, to be held on June 12, 2013, a date all skin care professionals should now have firmly marked...

Voice of the Industry

"Packaging priorities in Asia are not as different as you think,” says industry expert

11-Dec-2012 - That expert is Philippe Milazzo, global cosmetic & perfumes marketing manager at packaging specialist DuPont, who tells this publication that the notion that Asia’s sustainable goals not being as high...

Philippines FDA updates list of banned mercury-laden cosmetics

07-Dec-2012 - The Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) list of banned cosmetics featuring mercury has expanded from 50 to 71, after the illegal products were discovered over the period of January 2010 to November...

P&G relieved as toothpaste ad complaints are NOT upheld…

07-Dec-2012 - Procter & Gamble is the first cosmetic company in a long time to escape the ASA’s wrath, despite complaints being made against its’ advert for ‘Oral-B 3D White Brilliance’ toothpaste....

International collaboration important for future of non-animal testing

07-Dec-2012 - The importance of international collaboration to the research and development of non-animal tests for the cosmetics industry has been highlighted by the scientific arm of the European Commission.

News in brief

Symrise gets awarded for its sustainability efforts

07-Dec-2012 - Symrise AG has been awarded an internationally recognized sustainability rating, due to their compliance with social and environmental standards in corporate management and along the value creation chain.

Bali Monitoring Agency cracks down on illegal cosmetics

06-Dec-2012 - The Bali National Drug and Food Monitoring Agency (BPOM) is warning consumers to be more cautious when buying cosmetics after finding in a recent operation, a large number of illegal traditional...

Regulation and harmonisation on the agenda as new UK Natural show is launched

06-Dec-2012 - The Organic & Natural Beauty Show is being launched in London next year looking to address the growing demand for natural and organic beauty products, and discuss regulation and harmonisation...

Coty could face court as class action is proposed over misleading mascara claims

06-Dec-2012 - Beauty behemoth Coty has found itself in a spot of bother after being hit with a proposed class action lawsuit over misleading claims made about its Rimmel mascara.

Demand for cosmetic wipes continues to outpace market growth

06-Dec-2012 - Cosmetics and personal care wipes continue to see big demand in the US and a continued improvement in the economy is set to see projected growth in the category outpace...

News in brief

CPL aromas appoints visually imparied employee in fragrance role

06-Dec-2012 - The fragrance specialist has recruited its first visually impaired employee as a trainee evaluator in its Mumbai office following in-house research that linked a heightened sense of smell with visual impairment....

Sony develops a device that spots 'invisible' skin blotches

05-Dec-2012 - Electronic specialist Sony has turned its focus to the cosmetics industry by developing a device that can analyze the condition of the skin whilst also being able to detect blemishes...

What happens in Vegas… is Peptan proof for Rousselot

05-Dec-2012 - French peptide producer Rousselot presented the latest scientific findings regarding its anti-aging product Peptan proving its efficacy at the SupplySide West trade show.

Demand from Europe alone to triple Honduras collagen material exports

05-Dec-2012 - According to ‘Aquafinca Saint Peter Fish’ - a Honduras-based fish hatcheries company, demand from the European cosmetics industry alone for tilapia (fish skin processed for the production of collagen) will see its...

Danish database set up to provide nanomaterial transparency

05-Dec-2012 - The Danish Consumer Council, the Danish Ecological Council and DTU Environment have teamed up to develop a database to identify more than 1,200 products that may contain nanomaterials and provide...

Don’t be silly… lipstick won’t affect your IQ

05-Dec-2012 - After recent studies into the safety of cosmetics products found traces of lead in lipsticks, questions have arisen over whether these products can affect your mental health.

Time to up the ante of sustainability in Asia

04-Dec-2012 - The time is now to raise the bar for sustainability in the Asian cosmetics industry in every aspect, say several industry experts who discussed the topic at this year’s Sustainable...

Fashion brands taking on the cosmetics industry - what it really takes...

04-Dec-2012 - On the recent announcement of UK clothing line Superdry expanding into the industry, Cosmetics Design wondered just what it takes to successfully translate a fashion brand to one of beauty...

L’Oréal pledges to create 200+ jobs with Kentucky expansion

04-Dec-2012 - L’Oréal USA has expanded its plant in Kentucky to meet the rising demand for hair care products and with it will create over 200 new jobs over the next three...

Personal care demand in Africa drives palm oil production

04-Dec-2012 - The desire for personal care products in Ghana and Nigeria is driving palm oil production in Africa and has even led to palm oil being imported as the local markets...

Univar further extends its distribution footprint in Europe

04-Dec-2012 - US-based Univar has extended its distribution agreement for Dow specialty personal care ingredients in Europe to include Germany, Spain and Portugal.

News in brief

SCCS rules eyelash dyes can pose as a health risk

04-Dec-2012 - The European Union's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety is warning about the risks of applying dyes and hydrogen peroxide to eyelashes.